Why So Many Men Stay in Broken Marriages (Without Realizing It), EP 68

Most men don’t realize they’re in high-conflict marriages… until they’re drowning in a brutal divorce. In this powerful and raw episode, top divorce coach Karen McMahon breaks down the emotional chaos men face, the myths around masculinity and vulnerability, and why most men don’t seek help until it’s almost too late.We talk about:- The truth behind “high-conflict” divorces- Why therapy alone won’t save you- How most men abandon themselves to keep the peace- The difference between being vulnerable and being weak- Why self-love is the most courageous thing a man can doThis one’s not just about divorce—it’s about reclaiming your identity.👉 If you’re a man going through hell, keep going. This episode might be your turning point.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬👇 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@JoshTheDerelict𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬...?▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬👍 Like the video (it helps a ton!)💬 Comment below to share your opinion!🔗 Share the video with anyone you think might help :)▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📧 For Business Inquiries: [e-mail]▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshTheDerelictTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@JoshTheDerelictInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/JoshTheDerelictLinkedin: /**Josh Tomeoni, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, RICP®**https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuatomeoni/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬And also our website:https://www.thederelict.biz/podcast▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📌 5 Key Takeaways 1. Most men in high-conflict marriages don’t even know they’re in one—until it’s too late. They normalize emotional neglect and verbal abuse.2. Divorce isn’t just a legal battle—it’s emotional survival. Attorneys don’t protect your heart. Coaches like Karen do.3. Being vulnerable doesn’t mean being weak. It means being authentic—and real men need that more than ever.4. Divorced men have the highest suicide rates. Not because they’re broken—but because they go through it alone.5. Every upset is a setup. Divorce can break you, or it can transform you. Choose to grow.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Why This Divorce Coach Works With Men01:20 – Difference Between Coach, Therapist, Mediator & Attorney04:50 – The Real Role of a Divorce Coach07:30 – Financial Mistakes Men Make in Divorce12:30 – Why Men Feel Alone and Misunderstood17:15 – Redefining Vulnerability for Men24:00 – Trauma Isn’t What Happens. It’s What Stays With You29:30 – Building Trust in Male Friendships33:10 – Why Group Work Is Harder for Men38:00 – What Really Makes a Divorce “High Conflict”?44:20 – The Silent Abuse Most Men Don’t Recognize47:00 – Self-Love Feels Selfish—But It’s Survival53:00 – The Trap of Repeating the Same Relationship57:30 – Taking Radical Ownership & Moving Forward1:00:00 – “The Obstacle Is The Way” and Just Doing the Work1:04:00 – Awareness → Acceptance → Action (Karen’s Framework)1:05:00 – Why You Can’t Do Divorce Alone